PBS’ Summer of Space Goes into Overdrive in July

PBS’ Summer of Space is almost here! This exciting showcase includes new programs like Chasing the Moon, 8 Days: To the Moon and Back, specials from NOVA and encores of space-themed shows like A Year in Space, Apollo’s Daring Mission, American Experience: Space Men and more. There will also be a variety of space-themed PBS Kids shows, including Ready Jet Go!: One Small Step on June 17. Here are the shows to look forward to and times for when to set the DVR.

“Our
Summer of Space programming lineup invites PBS viewers to visit the
farthest reaches of the universe, blending past and present to celebrate
both the 50th anniversary of the moon landing and the latest advances
in space exploration,” said Perry Simon, Chief Programming Executive and
General Manager of General Audience Programming at PBS in a press
release. “This exceptional collection of special programs will give
viewers a historical understanding of the Apollo 11 moon landing … as
well as exploring the distant planets and deep mysteries of space that
are well beyond human grasp…”

Here are a few of the highlights:

NOVA: Black Hole Apocalypse

Wednesday, July 3, at 9pm on ThinkTV16and CET

Black
holes are the most enigmatic and exotic objects in the universe.
They’re also the most powerful, with gravity so strong it can trap
light. And they’re destructive, swallowing entire planets, even giant
stars. Anything that falls into them vanishes…gone forever. Join
astrophysicist Janna Levin on a mind-blowing voyage to the frontiers of
black hole science.

American Experience: Chasing the Moon

Monday – Wednesday, July 8 – 10, at 9pm on ThinkTV16 and CET

Experience
the thrilling era of the space race, from its earliest days to the 1969
moonlanding. A fascinating mix of scientific innovation, political
calculation, media spectacle and personal drama, the series brings the
Space Age to vivid life.

8 Days: To the Moon and Back

Wednesday, July 17, at 9pm on ThinkTV16and CET

Join
Apollo 11 on its historic journey. The film seamlessly blends mission
audio featuring conversations among Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and
Michael Collins with new footage, NASA archive and stunning CGI to
recreate the first moon landing.

The Planets

Wednesdays, July 24 – August 14, at 9pm ThinkTV16and CET

Among
the stars in the night sky wander the eight-plus worlds of our own
solar system — each home to truly awe-inspiring sights – volcanoes three
times higher than Everest, geysers erupting with icy plumes, cyclones
larger than Earth lasting hundreds of years. Each of our celestial
neighbors has a distinct personality and a unique story. Find the date
and times for new episodes below.

Inner Worlds – July 24 at 9pm on ThinkTV16and CET

Mars – July 24 at 10pm on ThinkTV16and CET

Jupiter – July 31 at 9pm on ThinkTV16and CET

Saturn – August 7 at 9pm on ThinkTV16and CET

Ice Worlds – August 14 at 9pm on ThinkTV16and CET

The Farthest Voyager in Space

Wednesday, July 31, at 10pm on ThinkTV16and CET

With participation from more than 20 of the original and current mission scientists, engineers and team members, The Farthest Voyager in Space tells captivating tales of one of humanity’s greatest achievements in exploration.